Quantitative Research Intern

Point72·New York·United States·Hedge Fund & Quant

Point72 is hiring a Quantitative Research Intern in New York. Posted 2025-03-23; applications close 2026-07-05 (in 29 days).

Role details

Role

This opportunity is for students and researchers specializing in advanced statistical learning methods to join one of our Portfolio Management teams and apply these techniques to systematic trading. As an intern, you will participate in one or more innovative research projects under the mentorship of experienced professionals, covering topics in alpha research, risk modeling, and portfolio construction.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct independent research with guidance and direction from the team.
  • Manage all aspects of the research process, including literature review, data collection and analysis, hypothesis testing, model development, optimal implementation, and performance evaluation.
  • Develop production modules and analytical tools to integrate research outcomes into a live trading environment.

Desirable Candidates

  • BS, MS, or PhD candidates in finance, economics, statistics, computer science, mathematics, physics, engineering, or other quantitative disciplines.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research using large data sets.
  • Strong programming skills in at least one of the following: R, Python, Rust, Julia, C++, MATLAB.
  • Solid foundation in statistical training and economic intuition.
  • Analytical, detail-oriented, and results-driven mindset.
  • Proficiency in communicating complex technical details and numerical results clearly and logically.
  • Proven track record of taking ownership both independently and within a small team.
  • Intellectual curiosity and passion for quantitative finance.
  • Prior experience in the financial industry is a plus.
  • Commitment to the highest ethical standards.

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